Electronics Design Engineer

Premier Group Recruitment
Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 3AE, United Kingdom
3 weeks ago
£70 ph

Salary

£70 ph

Job Type
Contract
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Mid
Education
Degree
Security Clearance
Required
Posted
15 May 2026 (3 weeks ago)

Contract Electronics Design Engineer Aerospace Systems Integration | East Midlands

A specialist engineering organisation in the aerospace sector is seeking a Contract Electronics Design Engineer to support ongoing aircraft systems integration and modification programmes.

Role Overview You will design and develop electronic and electrical systems for aircraft modifications, producing detailed design outputs from concept through to installation and certification support.

Key Responsibilities

Design of electronic/electrical systems for aircraft applications

Production of schematics, wiring diagrams, and harness documentation

Support for PCB/interface design and system integration (where applicable)

Electrical load analysis and system compatibility checks

EMC/EMI considerations and grounding/shielding strategies

Preparation of design documentation and compliance support

Liaison with mechanical, certification, and installation teamsRequirements

Experience in electronics/electrical design engineering

Strong schematic and system design capability

Experience in regulated or safety-critical industries (aerospace, defence, etc.)

Familiarity with CAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent)

Understanding of EMC, power distribution, and system integration principlesContract Details

Contract position (6 months, likely extension)

Competitive hourly rate up to £70 per hour

Immediate or short notice start preferred

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